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The unprecedented call for action from Pope Francis in encyclical “Laudato Si” makes explicit the terrible consequences that climate change and environmental degradation is already having on the poorest and most vulnerable.

International trade unions have welcomed key pledges made by the leaders of major global economies at the 2015 G7 Summit, while warning that public confidence in governments and business is waning and stronger action for sustainable economic growth is needed on a number of fronts.

Governments around the world are lagging behind urgent demands to address climate change, with people voicing overwhelming support – particularly in developing countries – for immediate action, the latest ITUC poll revealed.

ITUC and Sustainlabour just released these four short videos showing union’s commitment to fight against climate change. Please circulate them and post them on your website! Join us in making Copenhagen a success for the planet, a success for workers and a success for social justice!